How to plan a vacation trip

pier de Chania, Creta, ao por do sol.

10 Steps for the perfect trip. Simple and easy. YOUR trip, on YOUR way. Want to travel and discover the world but don’t know where to start when planning a trip? Do you feel scared and lost thinking about the thousands of details, afraid of forgetting something important? No idea how to plan a trip? Would […]

10 days in Andalucia: our complete itinerary in southern Spain

Andalusia is one of Spain’s most beautiful regions. In the south of the Iberian Peninsula, where cobbled streets reflect centuries of exchange between Islamic and Christian cultures, creating a unique cultural blend you notice at every turn; where each town is filled with palaces, churches, former mosques converted into churches, towers, and monuments, we spent […]

5 unmissable small towns in Europe

Rua tranquila com casas de pedra em uma charmosa vila inglesa, típica das cidadezinhas na Europa com ar histórico e acolhedor.

I love visiting small towns. Walking through cobblestones streets, watching local people go on with their lives, old folks chatting and kids running through the streets while their moms keeping an eye on them from a healthy distance. Small towns always invite us to stop for a good meal, have a coffee, try a local sweet […]

The best of Guatemala: 10-day itinerary

Templo do Grande Jaguar em Tikal, Guatemala em dia de sol com poucas nuvens

Are you looking for a destination that blends culture, history, dramatic landscapes, adventure, great weather, delicious food, friendly locals, and is budget-friendly? Look no further: Guatemala! Guatemala had been on our bucket list for a while. Although it’s relatively close geographically, it somehow felt out of reach… Up until then, we didn’t personally know anyone […]

Tayrona National Park guide: how to get there, where to stay & what to do

Pai e duas crianças caminham pela areia da Playa Los Naranjos, no parque Tayrona, Colombia

You see a photo on Instagram — “What a stunning place!” — and immediately look up where it is. To your surprise, you realize it’s in South America — on your own continent. In Colombia, no less. Even better, you can find affordable flights from Brazil. And Colombia is a relatively affordable destination. In that […]

What to do in Cartagena de Indias – Colombia

Torre da Catedral de Cartagena com casarões coloniais, destaque imperdível em qualquer roteiro de o que fazer em Cartagena, Colômbia.

Cartagena was the most anticipated stop (at least for me) on our 12-day trip to Colombia. A beautiful coastal town, full of history, art, and culture, with great food, coffee breaks and sunset drinks, not to mention the picture-perfect beaches with turquoise water and white sand just around the corner. But… did it live up […]

What to do in 3 days in Bogotá

Fachada da Catedral Primada de Bogotá, com sua torre do relógio e detalhes em pedra sob céu azul.

First time in Bogotá? Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of Colombia’s largest city. Our twelve-day trip to Colombia began in the capital, Bogotá, continued to Cartagena and ended at Tayrona National Park, near Santa Marta. Bogotá was the perfect introduction to the country and a fantastic experience. Despite being close […]

How to plan a trip using Google MyMaps

print de tela do Google Mymaps

It may sound like a cliché, but it’s true: once I learned how to use Google My Maps, my travel planning improved a lot! It became much easier to plan my trips, what to do each day; routes, distances, and travel times; saving tips for restaurants and bars; knowing exactly where hotels and Airbnbs are […]

What to do in Alter do Chão: Amazon river beaches and jungle adventures

fim de tarde em praia no Rio Tapajós, em Alter do Chão

Not sure whether to choose a jungle or a beach destination?In Alter do Chão, you get the best of both in one place. We spent five days in Alter, and I’m here to share everything you can do in this paradise of beaches and forests. Located on the banks of the Tapajós River, Alter do […]

4-days in Rocky Mountain National Park: a complete guide

Família posa em frente ao letreiro de entrada do Parque Nacional das Montanhas Rochosas.

Endless views, dramatic landscapes, beautiful waterfalls, abundant wildlife, some of the best hikes, and well-developed facilities — I could keep going about Rocky Mountain National Park. As one of the most visited national parks in the United States, it’s easy to see why: it’s easy to reach, easy to explore, and hard not to fall […]